Ruwan Chinthaka Waniganeththi ACMA CGMA Bsc, Chief Accountant

Ruwan Chinthaka Waniganeththi ACMA CGMA Bsc

Chief Accountant

Falcon Eye Technology LLC

Location
United Arab Emirates
Education
Master's degree, CPA
Experience
19 years, 0 Months

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Chief Accountant at Falcon Eye Technology LLC
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • My current job since October 2016

Chief Accountant Reporting to CFO


Results & Achievements

 Planned and successfully implemented full pledge version of Focus_7 ERP system for entire company connecting all the departments which leads to proper reporting structure and application of Internal/System controls for complete functional flow.

 Faced and completed year end External audits for year ended 2016-2021 with KPMG for Six (06) consecutive years.

 Implemented VAT procedure and module for the company with support of VAT Consultant.

 Arranged project finance facility for company’s ever highest project (AED 58 Mn) with the consultation of Finance Manager and the project was successfully completed in 2018.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

•Preparation and submission of financial Statements ie Profit & Loss Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash flow
& Statement of Changes in equity on Monthly, Quarterly & Annual basis.

•Maintain the General ledger, ensuring compliance with IAS & IFRS, Ensure conduct month end closing process before deadline.

•Maintain Revenue Recognition Schedule & make sure progress billings are done on time and continuously follow up with Operations Department.

•Involving in preparation of of Budgets/forecasted financial statements, Strategic Plans etc.

•Preparation of Project cash flows & Negotiate with banks for project financing & other trade finance facilities.

•Supervise & Verify Inventory reconciliations, Supplier Reconciliation, Debtor Reconciliations & Bank
Reconciliations.

•Verification and approval of system entries a ie. Journal entries, invoices, Payments, Receipts & monthly payroll and forward for higher approvals.

•Handling Trade Finance Activities such as LC’s, Bank Guarantees, Performance Bonds, Invoice
Discounting etc.

•Conduct Customer Profitability Analysis/Project based Profitability Analysis and highlight non performing Projects.

•Maintain chart of Accounts, Customer creation, Supplier creation, Project creation in focus7 ERP Software and ensure timely entries in focus.

•Supervise team of three members and Advise, Guide, Collaborate whenever necessary.

•Liaise with internal auditors and external auditors and make sure that audits are done within stipulated time period.

Senior Accountant at AAMAL QSC/APC
  • Qatar - Doha
  • March 2014 to March 2016

Senior Accountant Reporting to Finance Manager


Results & Achievements

 Successfully implemented Corporate Accounting policies to Start up company(APC)

 Handled complex Trade Finance Activities such as LC’s, Bank Guarantees, and Performance Bonds etc related to construction of the factory and production running stage.

 Led the System Change over from QuickBooks Accounting Software to Microsoft Dynamics ERP, Planned & Organized the changeover.

head of finance department at TOS LANKA CO LTD
  • Sri Lanka - Gampaha
  • August 2010 to January 2014

Head of Finance Reporting to Chief Executive Officer


Results & Achievements

 Implemented in house book keeping function (it was out soused) and which led to cost saving.

 Introduced a sound financial reporting structure and general ledger structure by establishing a chart of accounts, defining accounting policies and procedures.

 Implemented Preparation of Forecasted Cash flow statement weekly & Monthly basis, closely monitored Cash Flow, conducted fund allocation and authorization of Payments.

 Performed Tax Planning, Submission of Statutory Returns, Attend Tax matters and resolved all pending matters with Inland Revenue Department.

 Identified weaken areas of Financial controls and recommendations for improvement, prepared action plans, implemented the change, resolved problems and ensured sound financial controls.

Financial Accountant at Al-Tuwairqi Group of Companies
  • Saudi Arabia - Dammam
  • June 2008 to July 2010

Financial Accountant Reporting to Accounts Manager


Results & Achievements

 Conducted Analysis Reports ie. Cost center wise Analysis, Unit Cost Analysis, Asset addition and Capitalization reports etc and make the management aware of cost escalations.

 Made effective balance sheet reconciliations ie Inter-company Reconciliations/Stock Reconciliations/Cash Reconciliations.

 Produced effective process study report which leads to identify non vale adding activities and increase company profitability.

Chief Accountant at Nelna Farm(Pvt) Ltd
  • Sri Lanka - Gampaha
  • March 2007 to June 2008

Chief Accountant Reporting to Chief Executive Officer


Results & Achievements

 Implemented Preparation of Forecasted cash Flow & Application of Cash flow and ensured timely collection & Timely payment to venders.

 Application of internal control systems & Monitoring, evaluate, recommending for improvements.

 Led the Implementation team and successfully completed of new Customized ERP system Named “Farm Management System” for distribution centers.

 Implemented and conducted month end budget review meeting with the participation of top management.

 Led the company Award Committee and won the most prestigious commercial awards in Sri Lanka same year. It helped to company’s growth and recognition in the market.

Assistant Management Accountant at Chart Management consultants
  • Sri Lanka - Colombo 2
  • October 2004 to March 2007

Assistant Management Accountant Reporting to Partner


Results & Achievements

 Maintained cordial atmosphere and developed excellent rapport with clients. In return, made positive contributions to winning new businesses.

 Successfully handled Internal and External audit assignments handed over by the partner& met reporting deadlines.

 Handled Tax assignments successfully, Submission of Submission of Tax Returns and Attend Tax matters, Maintained good rapport with Inland revenue department.

Education

Master's degree, CPA
  • at CPA Australia
  • September 2017
Master's degree, ACMA,CGMA
  • at Charted Institute of Management Accountants -UK
  • November 2016
Bachelor's degree, Bsc (Industrial Management)
  • at UNIVERSITY OF KELANIYA
  • January 2005

Bsc Industrial Management

Diploma, Diploma in Computer Programming and System Analysis and Design
  • at National Youth Services Council (NYSC)
  • June 2001

Diploma in Computer Programming and System Analysis and Design June 2001 National Youth Services Council (NYSC)

Specialties & Skills

Accounting
Finance Operations
Finance Sector
PLANNING & ANALYTICAL SKILLS
Working Capital Management
Team Supervision
Financial Operations Management
Financial Statement Preparation & Interpretation

Languages

English
Expert
Arabic
Beginner

Memberships

CIMA
  • ACMA CGMA
  • August 2017
CPA Australia
  • CPA
  • September 2018

Training and Certifications

Diploma in Computer Programming and System Analysis and Design (Certificate)
Date Attended:
June 2001
Valid Until:
January 2019

Hobbies

  • Reading